The Red Cross and the city’s street wardens have been at the scene since Sunday morning, helping emotional fans talk through their feelings.

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Russ Bentley, chairman of the Leicester Street Pastors, who are a common sight around Leicester city centre on Friday and Saturday nights, said: “I was there all day Sunday and we had a lot of contact with people who were very distressed.

“We look out for people who are vulnerable – you’re seeing big burly chaps come along with a bunch of flowers, put them down on the ground with the others and then walk away absolutely bawling.

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As well as chatting with people, the Red Cross volunteers – who are usually seen comforting families after house fires around the county - are handing out free hot drinks to the people visiting the stadium, where thousands have already laid flowers, shirts and scarves

Jim Spriggs, senior emergency response officer for the British Red Cross in Leicestershire, said: “Our highly trained volunteers are available to provide a sympathetic ear and a hot drink to anyone affected by this weekend’s tragic event.